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rellimreads's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed Adam Rippon’s autobiography. It’s like meeting that friend of a friend at a party and feeling an instant draw to know more about their life. At times it’s all so normal, yet obviously he pursues and achieves dreams so few can.
CW that I’ll mention in the review:
eating & body image disorders
His stories are hilarious, poignant, and full of self reflection. While I was disappointed in his dismissive attitude toward starving himself and his weight (basically, “I obviously have an eating disorder. LOL!”) for the most part I felt like he acknowledges mistakes he made, personal growth, and the numerous people who supported him & his goals.
I learned a lot about professional skating and how much it costs: financially, physically, emotionally, and the toll on personal relationships. In balance there were also amusing anecdotes about his childhood, relationships, and competitions.
Overall a fun and enjoyable listen.
Narration:
Rippon does a great job narrating this himself. His humor and emotions show through and compliment the book well. He definitely has charisma.
CW that I’ll mention in the review:
eating & body image disorders
His stories are hilarious, poignant, and full of self reflection. While I was disappointed in his dismissive attitude toward starving himself and his weight (basically, “I obviously have an eating disorder. LOL!”) for the most part I felt like he acknowledges mistakes he made, personal growth, and the numerous people who supported him & his goals.
I learned a lot about professional skating and how much it costs: financially, physically, emotionally, and the toll on personal relationships. In balance there were also amusing anecdotes about his childhood, relationships, and competitions.
Overall a fun and enjoyable listen.
Narration:
Rippon does a great job narrating this himself. His humor and emotions show through and compliment the book well. He definitely has charisma.
book_concierge's review
4.0
Book on CD performed by the author
3.5*** rounded UP
Memoir of Olympic medalist and self-proclaimed America’s Sweetheart Adam Rippon.
Gosh this was fun! Rippon details his life growing up as the oldest (and obviously most responsible) of six children, and the sacrifices his mother made to help him achieve his dream of being a competitive figure skater and making it to the Olympics. From his childhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania to the years he spent living with a Russian coach in Toronto to the independent Adam being too poor to eat anything but the free apples at his gym, he covers it all with grace and humor, while sharing the life lessons he learned.
But Rippon is more than just a pretty face (and the world’s BEST spinner), he’s also a thoughtful and assertive spokesperson for LGBTQ rights.
I’ve always loved his skating, but now I love HIM even more! (And to make up for those judges who marked him down … I’m rounding UP! So there!)
He narrates the audiobook himself, and I cannot imagine anyone else doing a better job of it. I mean, NO ONE can deliver those snarky quips better than Adam, himself.
3.5*** rounded UP
Memoir of Olympic medalist and self-proclaimed America’s Sweetheart Adam Rippon.
Gosh this was fun! Rippon details his life growing up as the oldest (and obviously most responsible) of six children, and the sacrifices his mother made to help him achieve his dream of being a competitive figure skater and making it to the Olympics. From his childhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania to the years he spent living with a Russian coach in Toronto to the independent Adam being too poor to eat anything but the free apples at his gym, he covers it all with grace and humor, while sharing the life lessons he learned.
But Rippon is more than just a pretty face (and the world’s BEST spinner), he’s also a thoughtful and assertive spokesperson for LGBTQ rights.
I’ve always loved his skating, but now I love HIM even more! (And to make up for those judges who marked him down … I’m rounding UP! So there!)
He narrates the audiobook himself, and I cannot imagine anyone else doing a better job of it. I mean, NO ONE can deliver those snarky quips better than Adam, himself.
jteddy90's review
4.0
Um... I LOVED this book. It's definitely Adam throughout the book. Now I'll admit I'm biased because I was a figure skater and I know a good majority of the places he used to skate at growing up but it's seriously a funny book. I highly recommend.
xxstefaniereadsxx's review
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
Adam Rippon was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania in 1989. He began skating at age ten, where he showed amazing talent and dedication to the sport. He competed in many competitions, even representing the United States in the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. This memoir discusses his skating career and life in general. He has a wonderful sense of humor that really comes through in the book. I love watching skating, and Adam was a beautiful skater. I was so sad when he announced his retirement. I enjoyed this book.
prairierosereads's review against another edition
4.0
This memoir deserves more praise. Rippon has a great writing voice, and that isn't always present in "celebrity" memoirs. He is able to tell his story fluently with laugh-out-loud commentary, vivid descriptions, and fantastic organization. I enjoyed every chapter from relatable coming-of-age tales to extraordinary Olympic glory. I highly recommend reading this (especially via audio book).